The Hong Kong Trampers - Walk on April 5, 2009: The Keep Vince away from Sharp Peak hike

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Walk on April 5, 2009: The Keep Vince away from Sharp Peak hike

Written by Alex & VV,

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	Distance	Duration*	Elevation	Level of Difficulty
Sharp Peak	about 22 km	6 hours	Low: 0m High: 468 m

I dreamed last night of Sharp Peak wailing and moaning about this crazy tramper who runs up Sharp Peak every Saturday to read his newspaper. Now we are very close to nature and listen intently to the mountain gods so we have decided to go to Sharp Peak but Vince will not be allowed on this hike!

We'll meet at 10.30 am on Sunday, April 5 2009 at the Diamond Hill MTR station outside the turnstiles near the Hollywood plaza exit. From there we shall take our Tramper bus specially run by KMB on our behalf to the Wong Shek Pier. After that we are going to find a Sampan to take us to Nam She Wan and then take the North Route up Sharp Peak. This is an extremely steep and treacherous route so a good pair of hiking shoes is a must. After that we will make our way to the peninsula and then on to Ham Tin. There are a couple of options for the exit and we will see how it goes for time. Whatever exit we choose there will definitely be a big meal in Sai Kung after this.

This is a long 20+ km hike with a very steep ascent at the beginning with no exits as such so please come prepared for a long day out. Pl ensure you are carrying a torch with spare batteries.

If it is raining or threatening to rain (thunderstorm warning), the walk will not be cancelled. If in doubt on the morning of the walk, call 8209-0517. The ten minute waiting rule applies and remember not to be late!

Bring all the usual gear, in particular lots of water at least three litres, good shoes, a torch and a hat. Also, bring some lunch for along the way.

Disclaimer:- People join this walk at their own risks. I shall not be held responsible in any way for any injury or death incurred or any loss or damage to personal property caused due to whatever causes including, but not limited to, negligence, neglect, errors of judgment and inadequate orientation skills on my part. The fact that you show up at the time and place on the day to join the walk is an implication that you have agreed to and accepted unconditionally this disclaimer.

Last update: 06-04-2009 17:25